The house of Stephanie was a perfect base to explore Northwestern Connecticut and visit New York City from time to time. We (family with 2 kids - 7 and 10 years) liked the house very much - it is small but very cosy and is situated in the countryside, very close to the nature (we even met deers near the house). Its wooden terrace is very large and invited us to have the meals outside. We especially enjoyed the hot tub / whirlpool there - a highlight of Stephanie’s home. The calm surrounding helped us to relax easily. Some of the excursions we did: New York City / Manhattan (using the metro from Wassaic), Silver Sand Beach in Milford (near New Haven), Lakeville Lake, canoe tour on Housatonic river, Action Wildlife Foundation in Goshen, Haystack Mountain State Parc in Norfolk, and some further more of the plainty trails. The neighbors were very kind and fond of children. Stephanie prepared the house perfectly and were very kind and responsive. Our exchange was a great experience. We can warmly recommend to do an exchange with Stephanie.